Jake Branyon
Director of R&D
Sonoco
Jake Branyon is the Associated Director of R&D for Sonoco’s Flexible Packaging business and is based at the company’s corporate headquarters in Hartsville, SC. In this role, Jake works to define the development and business strategies for next generation and new to the world flexible packaging solutions. Today, much of the work is focused on sustainability related initiatives. Prior to this role Jake has worked in various product development and procurement positions throughout his 15 year career with Sonoco. He holds a BS in Packaging Science from Clemson University.